It is officially the time where Indian is taking over the global market. Whether it be cinema, sports, or technology, Indian celebrities have managed to leave their stamp on the international stage. This stamp and their craft have helped them build a big brand value in the market. Looking at their brand value, Duff & Phelps has come up with the list of the top 10 most valued Indian celebrities. This list includes the masters of their respective professions. Today, here we bring you a list of the top 10 most valuable Indian celebrities according to a report by Duff & Phelps:
1. Virat Kohli ($185.7 million): For the fifth consecutive year, Indian star batsman, Virat Kohli has managed to retain the position of the most valuable celeb in the nation. As per the report, the brand value of Virat Kohli has declined since he stepped down from the role of Indian cricket team captain and RCB’s captain. Even after the decline, the brand value of Virat is $185.7 million.
2. Ranveer Singh ($158.3 million): After receiving global appreciation for his performance in Gully Boy and 83, the brand value of Ranveer Singh saw a sudden incline and helped him garner the second position on the list. According to the report by Duff & Phelps, the brand value of Bajirao Mastani actor is $158.3 million.
3. Akshay Kumar ($139.6 million): With a brand value of $139.6 million, Akshay Kumar is currently one of the busiest and highest-paid actors in the Bollywood industry. With a whopping budget movie coming in line, Akshay is all set to be seen in movies including, Prithviraj, Ram Setu, Mission Cinderella, and Oh My God 2.
4. Alia Bhatt ($68.1 million): After the success of RRR, Alia Bhatt has become the most celebrated female celebrity with a brand value of $68.1 million. The actress, who is going to make her Hollywood debut soon, collected applauds for her performance in Gangubai Kathiawadi, which crossed Rs. 100 crores at the box office.
5. MS Dhoni ($61.2 million): Former Indian cricket team captain and wicketkeeper, MS Dhoni recently made a comeback at the position of IPL team CSK’s captain. This comes back to the captain cool and his huge fan base helped him see a big raise in his brand value. The estimated brand value of the cricketer is $61.2 million.
6. Amitabh Bachchan ($54.2 million): The megastar and the Shahanshah of the Bollywood industry, Amitabh Bachchan is one of the living legends of the Bollywood industry. last seen in Nagraj Manjule’s critically acclaimed film Jhund, Big B’s current brand value is $54.2 million.
7. Deepika Padukone ($51.6 million): The good news is coming in Deepika’s life one after another. After being conferred with the Time 100 Impact Award, Deepika served as a jury member of the Cannes film festival 2022. Her debut as a jury member helped her witness a big brand value raise. The Gehraiyaan actress has bagged the seventh spot on the list this year with a brand value of $51.6 million.
8. Salman Khan ($51.6 million): With a brand value of $51.6 million, actor Salman Khan also earned a spot on Duff & Phelps's annual Celebrity Brand Valuation list. The actor recently launched his NFT collection and has been busy with his next Tiger 3. Salman Khan also owns a brand named Being Human which offers apparel and gym equipment.
9. Ayushmann Khurana ($49.3 million): The multi-talented actor who has carved a niche for himself with breakthrough performances in films like Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, Andhadhun, Badhaai Ho, Article 15, and others has bagged the ninth position on the list with a brand value of $49.3 million.
10. Hrithik Roshan ($48.5 million): Last on the list is Hrithik Roshan who has secured the tenth position on the list with a brand value of $48.5 million. One of the most popular stars, the actor even owns a sportswear brand named HRX.
